Policy2026-05-09· Addis Standard
Communities mourn merchant shot dead in police custody in Addis Abeba; city police say officer detained
Addis Standard reports the fatal shooting of merchant Tegegne Balcha by a police officer at a Shiro Meda police station has sparked widespread anger and renewed concerns over police conduct in custody, with Addis Ababa city police saying the officer involved has been detained. Community leaders are demanding a full investigation.
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